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K7 ROB

1993 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

41,074 mi
Last recorded41,074 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 1993 Caterham Seven (S3)23,663 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK7 ROB
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 41,074 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 40,962 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 40,946 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 40,899 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 40,826 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 40,796 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 40,651 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 39,947 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 39,163 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 38,474 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 37,744 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 36,940 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 36,035 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 35,110 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 33,462 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 33,462 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 32,388 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 31,764 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 31,618 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 31,439 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?

Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
613
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
2,453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 476
Steering rack gaiter split 309
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 206
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 188
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 185
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K7 ROB is a 1993 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1993 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 23,663 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven (S3) fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K7 ROB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven (S3) typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 33 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K7 ROB registered?

K7 ROB is a 1993 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 18 August 1993.

Is K7 ROB safe to buy?

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